Sustainable Design concentration. The Sustainable Design concentration introduces students to the concept of sustainability in the context of real-world problems, exploring the interaction of social, economic, and environmental systems. The curriculum prepares students for critical analysis and problem solving of the built environment through the lens of sustainable energy, materials and technology. This degree provides a technical foundation for individuals preparing to become a LEED Green Associate or LEED AP. Students with a sustainability concentration have skills that apply to virtually any field or profession, although advanced degrees or certifications may be required.

Typical job opportunities: There is a demand for employees and leaders who know what sustainability is and understand its complexity, how to approach problems and solutions, and how to work with and draw from different disciplines. By engaging a breadth of knowledge and experience, and by acquiring the skills to integrate various domains of knowledge, sustainability students prepare themselves for a variety of careers. Recent interest in sustainability within business and government has created new employment opportunities in positions like sustainability coordinators, assistants to civil engineers, environmental engineers, architects, developers, construction managers and directors. Sustainability graduates may acquire positions in industry, consultancy, utilities, regulatory agencies, nonprofits, governmental agencies and nongovernmental organizations.

Program goals. Upon completion of the Engineering Technology program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

Courses and Course Sequence

This sequence can be followed by students who begin college-level work in the fall semester. Prerequisites may apply to specific courses; it is the student’s responsibility to determine if prerequisites have been met. An academic advisor is provided for each student. Prior to registering each semester, the student is expected to consult with his/her assigned advisor.